Travel Tele Float RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Telemetry RN requiring 2 years of acute care experience and a WA or compact RN license, with floating across multiple units and facilities required.

• Acute care setting within a Med/Surg and Telemetry division spanning six specialty units
• Patient populations include surgical, long-term low acuity, general medical, cardiac/COVID, neuro, and ortho/spine cases
• May also float to oncology, ER transition, rapid cardiac decision, or med-surg transition areas
• RN to patient ratio of 4-5 patients, with CNAs supporting at 8-11 patients
• Required to titrate common drips including Insulin, Heparin, Nitro, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and Cardizem per unit guidelines
• Telemetry monitored remotely by techs, with RNs verifying strip readings
• Works with CPAP, BiPAP, and trach patients; no ventilator management required
• Uses EPIC charting system
• 12-hour day shifts, full time, every other weekend
• Floating required across all Med/Surg Tele units and potentially to other Region Two facilities
• On-call/standby required up to 4 times during the contract
• May be asked to serve as a CNA or entrance screener if needed, consistent with staff expectations

• Active WA or Compact RN license required, pending licenses not accepted
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience required
• Must verify telemetry strip readings accurately
• Experience titrating common IV drips per facility protocol
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg and Telemetry units based on staffing needs
• Receive 4 hours of orientation on each of six primary units; alternate units follow standard med-surg care expectations
• Required to take breaks when offered and cannot refuse them
• No specific scrub color required
• Holiday coverage required for 1-2 winter holidays
• House Supervisor coverage provided from 11am-7am, with charge RN support per unit
• Rate differential applies when floated outside of the primary facility
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-766048. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Telemetry

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.